Rise to Success: Career Highlights of Bethany Hamilton
Discover the career path of Bethany Hamilton, from the first major opportunity to industry-changing achievements.
Bethany Hamilton is an American professional surfer who overcame a life-altering shark attack in 2003, where she lost her left arm. Despite this, she courageously returned to professional surfing, becoming an inspirational figure. She authored the autobiography "Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family, and Fighting to Get Back on the Board" (2004), which details her experiences and strong Christian faith. The book was later adapted into a film of the same name in 2011, further sharing her remarkable story of resilience and determination with a wider audience.
January 10, 2004: First Major Competition
On January 10, 2004, Bethany Hamilton entered her first major surfing competition after the shark attack.
2004: Soul Surfer book released
In 2004, Bethany Hamilton released her book 'Soul Surfer'.
2004: Awards and Book Publication
In 2004, Bethany Hamilton won the ESPY Award for Best Comeback Athlete and the Courage Teen Choice Award. That same year, MTV Books published her autobiography, 'Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family, and Fighting to Get Back on the Board'.
2004: Autobiography Publication
In 2004, Bethany Hamilton wrote about her experiences in the autobiography, Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family, and Fighting to Get Back on the Board.
2007: Release of Heart of a Soul Surfer
In 2007, the short subject documentary film, 'Heart of a Soul Surfer', was released, telling Bethany Hamilton's story with a focus on her faith and courage.
2009: Appearance on "Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?"
In 2009, Bethany Hamilton appeared as a contestant on 'Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader?' and won $25,000.
2010: Appearance on "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition"
In 2010, Bethany Hamilton appeared on an episode of ABC's 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition'.
2011: I Am Second Video and Soul Surfer Film
In 2011, Bethany Hamilton appeared in a video for the Christian organization 'I Am Second', and the feature film 'Soul Surfer', based on her book, was released, with Hamilton performing the one-armed surfing stunts.
2011: Release of "Soul Surfer" film
In 2011, the book 'Soul Surfer: A True Story of Faith, Family, and Fighting to Get Back on the Board' was adapted into the feature film, Soul Surfer.
2014: Publication of "Body and Soul"
In 2014, Bethany Hamilton authored the book 'Body and Soul', using her platform to promote a fit and healthy lifestyle.
2014: Dolphin Tale 2 and The Amazing Race
In 2014, Bethany Hamilton played herself in the film 'Dolphin Tale 2', and she and her husband, Adam Dirks, competed on the 25th season of 'The Amazing Race', finishing in third place.
2018: Documentary Release
In 2018, the documentary 'Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable' was released, in which she discusses how marriage and motherhood have affected her professional surfing career.
2019: Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable Documentary
In 2019, a surf documentary was made about Bethany Hamilton, titled 'Bethany Hamilton: Unstoppable', which was accompanied by a photo book and a children's book.
2024: The Masked Singer Competition
In 2024, Bethany Hamilton competed as "Macaron" on season twelve of 'The Masked Singer', becoming the first amputee to compete on the show; she was eliminated in the "Group C Premiere".
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